Are you going to visit the Alsace and its wonders? Here is our guide to stay in Colmar in the best areas of the city!
Located south of Alsace, in the department of Haut-Rhin, the beautiful city of Colmar is the third largest municipality in the region, after Mulhouse and Strasbourg. Medieval and Renaissance city, Colmar has an impressive architectural, historical and cultural heritage. She was a city of Empire and was at the heart of many conflicts before being integrated into France.
The remains of these enlivened or tense periods are numerous: the Collégiale Saint-Martin, the medieval houses, the Municipal Theatre, several convents and above all, its canals, otherwise called "little Venice" for their resemblances with those of the Italian city! In addition to these historic buildings, we recommend you discover the Unterlinden Museum or the replica of the Statue of Liberty. Also enjoy the geographical location of Colmar, in the center of the Alsatian vineyard and close to the Vosges Pedmont, to enjoy the wonderful local wines and discover the cellars of the territory : Colmar is not named the “Alsace wine capital” by chance!
Choosing your accommodation in Colmar is essential to enjoy your stay in this beautiful city of Alsace. So where to sleep in Colmar? To help you prepare your trip, we have prepared a guide to the best areas to stay in Colmar!
Colmar Centre and Old Colmar
The Centre district is the Colmar tourist area, encompassing the whole of the Old Colmar , where are the main tourist and cultural attractions of the city, as well as beautiful medieval houses and historic buildings.
To stay in Colmar, you can't dream better neighborhood: we recommend it if you want to imbue yourself with the picturesque charm of the city, and especially for a short stay. Enjoy a beautiful walk in the city centre to discover the Dominican Church , different museums, like Bartholdi Museum , or to lose yourself in the charming streets of Old Colmar! And above all, there’s nothing better than having its accommodation in Colmar just a few steps from the best restaurants and cafes in the city.
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Saint-Léon
Photo credit: Flickr - Colmar Tourism Office
North of Old Colmar, Saint-Léon district acts as a good compromise to stay in Colmar.
The presence of many bars and restaurants in the city centre tend to make it very tumultuous, with its daily flow of tourists. If you want to avoid this animation and enjoy a quieter atmosphere, choosing your accommodation in Colmar in this small northern neighbourhood is a good idea! Its position allows you to easily reach the attractions of the city centre on foot. If you come to Colmar by car, you can also park more easily in this area, close to the centre.
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Around the station
Photo credit: Flickr -frankieleon
The Colmar train station, with Raymond Poincaré Avenue facing it, marks the boundary between the Centre and the South Quarter. Staying in Colmar around the station can be an excellent option! Thus, if you come by train to the city or plan to visit the nearby cities, you will not have to carry all your luggage in the center. In addition, you can easily access the city centre and its activities on foot. If you prefer your accommodation in Colmar in the South, then know that the atmosphere will be less tumultuous than in the centre – and it will always be easy to reach the Old Colmar on foot!
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Now you know where to sleep in Colmar to enjoy the best of the heritage and charms of this beautiful Alsatian city! So tell us, when did you plan to visit Colmar?
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